MBRP 3-Inch Cat-Back Exhaust, Street Profile, Dual Single Side Exit (S5281AL) - 2015-2020 Ford F-150 2.7L / 3.5L / 5.0L
Upgrade the sound, flow, and appearance of your 2015-2020 Ford F-150 with the MBRP S5281AL 3-inch Cat-Back Exhaust System. Part of the Armor Lite series, this system uses mandrel-bent aluminized steel tubing to improve exhaust flow while delivering a refined Street Profile tone that adds presence without overwhelming the cabin.
The dual passenger-side exit layout gives the truck a clean, performance-inspired appearance, while polished dual-wall T304 stainless steel tips complete the system with a premium finish. MBRP designed the S5281AL around factory hanger locations for a straightforward installation and tested gains of up to 6 horsepower and 9 lb-ft of torque on the 5.0L engine.
Features
- 3-inch cat-back exhaust system
- MBRP Street Profile sound
- Dual single-side exit configuration
- Passenger-side exhaust outlets
- Armor Lite series construction
- Aluminized steel tubing
- Mandrel-bent piping for improved exhaust flow
- Uses factory hanger locations
- Includes polished exhaust tips
- 4.5-inch tip outlets
- Dual-wall, angle-cut tip design
- Mirror-polished T304 stainless steel tips
- 3-year warranty
Performance
- Up to 6 horsepower gain
- Up to 9 lb-ft of torque gain
- Performance gains tested on a 5.0L F-150
- Improved exhaust flow compared to the factory system
Street Profile Sound
The MBRP Street Profile is designed for drivers who want a deeper, more noticeable exhaust tone without excessive cabin volume. It provides a refined sound under normal driving and a stronger presence under acceleration, making it well suited for daily-driven trucks.
Armor Lite Construction
The S5281AL is built from aluminized steel for a strong balance of durability, performance, and value. Its mandrel-bent tubing helps reduce exhaust restriction while maintaining a direct-fit layout designed around the factory mounting points.
Polished Dual-Wall Exhaust Tips
The included 4.5-inch dual-wall angle-cut tips are manufactured from mirror-polished T304 stainless steel. The dual-wall design creates a thicker, finished appearance while also helping keep exhaust heat away from surrounding body panels.
Specifications
- Part Number: S5281AL
- Exhaust Type: Cat-Back
- Series: Armor Lite
- Profile: Street
- Tubing Diameter: 3 Inches
- Material: Aluminized Steel
- Exit Style: Dual Single Side Exit
- Tip Outlet Diameter: 4.5 Inches
- Tip Style: Dual Wall, Angle Cut
- Tip Material: T304 Stainless Steel
- Tip Finish: Mirror Polished
- Warranty: 3 Years
Fitment
- 2015 Ford F-150 2.7L EcoBoost
- 2015 Ford F-150 3.5L EcoBoost
- 2015 Ford F-150 5.0L V8
- 2016 Ford F-150 2.7L EcoBoost
- 2016 Ford F-150 3.5L EcoBoost
- 2016 Ford F-150 5.0L V8
- 2017 Ford F-150 2.7L EcoBoost
- 2017 Ford F-150 3.5L EcoBoost
- 2017 Ford F-150 5.0L V8
- 2018 Ford F-150 2.7L EcoBoost
- 2018 Ford F-150 3.5L EcoBoost
- 2018 Ford F-150 5.0L V8
- 2019 Ford F-150 2.7L EcoBoost
- 2019 Ford F-150 3.5L EcoBoost
- 2019 Ford F-150 5.0L V8
- 2020 Ford F-150 2.7L EcoBoost
- 2020 Ford F-150 3.5L EcoBoost
- 2020 Ford F-150 5.0L V8
Compatible Submodels
- 2015-2020 Ford F-150 King Ranch
- 2015-2020 Ford F-150 Lariat
- 2016-2018 Ford F-150 Limited
- 2015-2020 Ford F-150 Platinum
- 2018-2020 Ford F-150 Police Responder
- 2016-2020 Ford F-150 SSV
- 2015-2020 Ford F-150 XL
- 2015-2020 Ford F-150 XLT
Fitment Notes
- Fits 2.7L EcoBoost, 3.5L EcoBoost, and 5.0L V8 engines only.
- Does not fit 2019-2020 Ford F-150 Limited models equipped with the 3.5L High Output engine.
- Does not fit Ford F-150 Raptor models.
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